Psych Nurse (RN) in Derry, NH

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Job Description

Step into a vital leadership position as an Off-Shift House Nurse Supervisor supporting psychiatric nursing care. This is a contract opportunity for immediate start on the overnight shift. You will provide expert guidance and oversight to the nursing staff, ensuring effective coordination and safe patient care delivery in a psychiatric inpatient setting.

Schedule:

• 10:45pm 7:15am (overnight shift)
• Five 8-hour shifts per week, totaling 40 hours/week
• Every other weekend: Friday and Saturday (11pm 7am)

Qualifications:

• Current and unrestricted RN license
• Minimum of 2 years experience in psychiatric or behavioral health nursing
• Previous charge nurse, nursing supervisor, or resource nurse experience preferred
• Strong assessment, crisis management, and patient advocacy skills
• Ability to effectively lead and communicate with multidisciplinary teams
• BLS certification (required)

Responsibilities:

• Serve as the clinical resource and administrative supervisor for nursing staff on evening/night shifts
• Oversee patient admissions, transfers, and discharges during assigned hours
• Address staff or patient concerns, providing immediate guidance and support as needed
• Lead patient care rounds and ensure adherence to hospital policies and safety standards
• Respond promptly to psychiatric emergencies and coordinate interventions
• Complete administrative duties, including staffing adjustments and shift reports
• Foster a supportive, collaborative environment through leadership and mentorship

Benefits:

• Opportunity to lead impactful patient care in psychiatric services
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• Gain further experience in nursing leadership and acute behavioral health management

If you have a passion for mental health care and proven nursing leadership experience, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding overnight supervisory role today. Advance patient care while expanding your expertiseapply now!